Microsoft Surface Pro to hit British shores soon

Tablet PCs are clearly the “in thing”, and a while back many people in the UK were absolutely delighted when the Microsoft Surface RT launched. Since then, numerous consumers have gotten their hands on the product which, essentially, is a technological collision between a tablet and a laptop. Using the Surface RT, they’re able to enjoy the benefits of having a product that’s a tablet when you’re on the move, and a laptop when you need to sit down and do some serious work.

RT to Pro

Unfortunately though, there have been a few negative rumblings from some consumers who feel the Surface RT is a little underpowered. The good news though: Microsoft has announced that it will be launching the power-packed Surface Pro in the UK soon. There’s no official word on the exact release date (or price), but at least it’s good to know the device will make its way to UK shores in the not-too-distant future.

If sales in other countries is anything to go by, then the Surface Pro could prove to be quite popular amongst consumers in the UK: when released in Canada and the US in February, it was sold out over its opening weekend.

The Surface Pro is powered by an Intel® Core™ i5 Processor, and is available with either 64GB or 128GB storage. Apparently it’s also capable of running Windows 7 and 8 desktop applications, which the Surface RT couldn’t.

Photo: Microsoft

Other specs on offer

Display: 10.6 inch, Full HD; 1920×1080 pixels; 10-point multi-touch

WiFi; Bluetooth 4.0

Front- and rear-facing cameras

Microphone

Stereo speakers

42 Wh battery

Size: 10.81×6.81×0.53 inches

Weight: 2lbs

Full-size USB 3.0 port; microSDXC card slot

Also included with the Surface Pro is a “pen” which can be used in conjunction with the device’s touchscreen. This could be great news for the many business users who are reportedly very interested in Microsoft’s new offering – it’s sure to make them look that much more important when they’re flashing around their tablets.

Photo: Microsoft

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